Question

Name the tissues which form the vascular bundle. State their function in plants.

Answer 1

The tissues that form the vascular bundle in plants are: 1. Xylem 2. Phloem Functions: 1. Xylem: \begin{itemize} \item Its primary function is the transport of water and dissolved minerals from the roots to all other parts of the plant (stems, leaves). \item It also provides mechanical support to the plant due to its lignified cell walls. \end{itemize} 2. Phloem: \begin{itemize} \item Its primary function is the transport of food (mainly sugars like sucrose), synthesized during photosynthesis in the leaves, to other parts of the plant where it is needed for growth or storage (e.g., roots, fruits, seeds, growing tips). This process is called translocation. \end{itemize} \[ Plant Vascular Tissues:
Xylem (water/minerals/support), Phloem (sugars). \]